Why Was Active Trans Snubbed From J.B. Pritzker’s Infrastructure Committee?
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The group’s stances against road expansion and for more bike-walk funding may have been a factor.
Recent Streetsblog CHICAGO posts about State Policy
With No Risk of Voter Backlash, Emanuel Makes a Sensible Call for a State Gas Tax Hike
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Today Emanuel spoke in favor of a for a 20 to 30 cent increase in the Illinois gas tax, which has been stuck at 19 cents since 1991, to fund transit, roads, and bridges.
Second Car Crash on the Lakefront Trail in Lakeview in Two Weeks
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This latest case is yet more evidence that additional enforcement is needed on the drive.
132 Pairs of White Shoes Were a Sobering Reminder of Lives Lost to Traffic Violence
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CDOT placed the footwear in Federal Plaza this weekend to honor the 132 people who were killed in Chicago crashes last year.
Yet Another Reckless Driver on the LFT Highlights Need for Guard Rails, Enforcement
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According to police, an intoxicated motorist careened off the drive and onto the shoreline path early this morning.
MPC Study Highlights Importance of Transit for Attracting Businesses
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The report also underscores the importance of getting the business community to support more funding for public transportation.